About Us
At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.
About the Team
Social Infrastructure & Citizen Services delivers the critical thinking, building, maintenance and sustainment behind Australia and New Zealand’s essential public assets, facilities and community services. The communities we serve are at the heart of our operations. Be it through facilities management of critical public assets, precinct upgrades, new energy solutions or professional and technical advisory. We run places of healthcare and education, custodial facilities, we manage customer data centres and critical systems, we take asset management risk over 25 years through our portfolio of Public Private Partnership (PPP) contracts, and we are a trusted advisor and partner to our New Zealand and Australian Defence Forces.
Job Description
Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki kōnei | Why you will enjoy working here
Downer is committed to delivering excellence by ensuring our people have the environment and the means to be successful. We offer:
- Free access to Marram health care benefits and discounted holiday homes
- Overtime opportunities
- Internal promotion encouraged, training and development on offer.
Te kōwhiringa | The Opportunity
Downer NZ holds a long-term Asset Management and Facilities Management contract with the Department of Corrections and the Ministry of Justice. Downer provide enhanced and extended scope of works and implement new processes to ensure that all facilitates are well managed and maintained. We are currently seeking a Facilities Trade Assistant to join our team at the Northland Region Corrections Facility. This position is full time, with a guaranteed min 40 hours per week.
Prisons are sometimes challenging work environments, so you must be confident and able to conduct yourself professionally at all times. You will also understand the 24/7 nature of a prison site and be prepared to sometimes manage jobs and situations after hours.
A bit about the role
This is a hands-on role which will be based predominantly on the field and responsible for on-site installation. Duties include but not limited to.
- Prioritize Zero Harm in all activities.
- Operate under the guidance of designated leaders for service and project delivery.
- Adhere to work parameters such as time, materials, costs, and resources.
- Foster strong customer relationships through positive interactions and value-added activities.
- Assist skilled tradespeople in maintenance, repairs, and project work efficiently.
- Complete tasks in accordance with contract requirements.
- Undertake assigned tasks as directed by the Site Manager or Team Leader.
- Support risk management and event mitigation guidelines.
- Escort authorized personnel as needed and ensure efficient coordination of assigned work.
Nga pūkenga matua | Important Skills
We're looking for someone who is passionate about going the extra mile! You are motivated and ready for the opportunity to take on maintenance work to achieve a high standard performance. You will also bring with you:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in Trade Assistant role or similar.
- Holds a Manual Class 1 Driver's License and is literate in completing job-related documentation.
- Capable of planning and executing jobs independently, including equipment maintenance.
- Strong communication skills and ability to follow instructions accurately.
- Physically fit and able to perform manual labour tasks effectively.
- Flexible in adapting to different environments and changing priorities, with teamwork capabilities.
- Possesses technical skills with basic hand and power tools, demonstrating self-motivation and a proactive attitude.
Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Want to know more about what it is like to work at Downer? Then head to our People Site - https://www.downergroup.com/facilities-management
Me pēhea ki te tono | How to apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click Apply Now to submit your application! The reference number for this role is 717801.
We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.
